Continuing the Journey: Mental Health Conversations Beyond Awareness Month

May was Mental Health Month, and we attended a Wellness Clinic by the East Africa Wellness Hub. This highlighted using art for mental well-being, a practice that promotes self-expression and emotional healing. Art therapy can aid in reducing stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as enhancing self-esteem and self-awareness. Engaging in art facilitates mindfulness, fosters social connections, and supports personal growth and resilience. If interested in using art for wellbeing, a resource is available from the East Africa Wellness Hub. … More Continuing the Journey: Mental Health Conversations Beyond Awareness Month

Empowering Youth Through Community-Led Healing: Abigael’s Inspiring Journey

In 2022, Growth Catalysts embarked on a mission to uncover inspirational stories from Kenya, focusing on young people who had overcome adversity. In a society like Kenya, many young individuals fall through the cracks of a trauma-organized system. Adults often dismiss youth problems as insignificant compared to their own, perpetuating a world filled with unequal … More Empowering Youth Through Community-Led Healing: Abigael’s Inspiring Journey

When Work Takes a Toll: Preventing Burnout Before It Strikes

Stress Awareness Month is ending. We can prevent burnout by practicing self-care daily. Burnout is not a medical condition, but a reaction to chronic stress. It causes exhaustion and lack of motivation. Five common reasons for burnout include excessive workload and work-life imbalance. Practical ways to prevent it include establishing pre-work routines and chunking tasks. … More When Work Takes a Toll: Preventing Burnout Before It Strikes